The Kentucky Distillers’ Association (KDA) today announced Barrels & Billets in Jefferson County as the newest and 54th distilling member of the non-profit trade group that unites and leads Kentucky’s signature Bourbon and distilled spirits industry. Owned by Hillerich & Bradsby Co. (H&B), Barrels and Billets is open to the public and offers guests a …
Milam & Greene Whiskey is unveiling the third release in the Wildlife Collection, Rattlesnake Single Barrel Bourbon, a limited-edition, cask-strength, single-barrel whisky. Each single-barrel release in the Milam & Greene Wildlife Collection highlights the impact of Texas Hill Country weather on aging whiskey and honors the local Texas wildlife that thrives in this beautiful, but …
By Richard Thomas Rating: Isle of Skye blended whiskies weren’t exactly unknown in American prior to this year. A quick Googling reveals US-based whiskey bloggers writing about it a decade ago. However, those reviews were based on special imports or something that the writer brought home with them from a trip to the UK. Now …
By Kenrick Thurston-Wilcox Rating: C+ Celebrity-endorsed spirits have become common, using the established star power to boost the status and sales of their products. With products like vodka and gin, it’s relatively easy for a distillery to roll out a product soon after conception, as they do not have to wait any time for the …
The Kentucky Distiller’s Association (KDA), the trade grouping representing the Kentucky bourbon industry, has added four new craft members to its ranks: two in Northern Kentucky and two in Lexington. Those are Augusta Distillery and Pensive Distillery in the north, and Fresh Bourbon and RD1 Spirits in Lexington. It should be noted that the Lexington …
Heaven’s Door, the collection of super-premium American whiskeys founded by Bob Dylan, announces the addition of “Ascension” Kentucky Straight Bourbon to its core collection of Tennessee Straight Bourbon, Double Barrel Whiskey and Straight Rye Whiskey. The inclusion of a Kentucky bourbon is a significant milestone for Heaven’s Door, as it heralds the opening of their …
Limestone Branch Distillery Master Distiller Steve Beam announced the 2023 release of Yellowstone Limited Edition Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. This latest bourbon – featuring a blend of 7-year, 13-year and 16-year aged bourbons finished in Tokaji casks – was bottled at 101 proof (50.5% ABV), with a limited allocation of 10,000 3-in cases offered nationwide …
Heaven’s Door, the award-winning collection of American whiskeys founded by Bob Dylan, unveiled the latest addition to its Decade Series with a Straight Rye Whiskey aged for 10 years. Each expression of The Decade Series Each features a 10-year aged whiskey that celebrates the importance that time plays in bringing out the best of what …
Ardgowan Distillery Company has released a whisky dedicated to the crucial work carried out by riveters in the shipbuilding yards of the Clyde. While waiting for the construction of its own distillery, Ardgowan has created an independent bottling business and launched the award winning Clydebuilt series of whiskies, inspired by the rich maritime history of …
Redemption Whiskey has hired Alan Kennedy as the brand’s new Master Blender. With nearly two decades of experience, Alan brings with him a strong foundation and deep passion for whiskey-making that stems from an extensive career in the culinary, hospitality, and wine and spirits industries. Alan will lead all aspects of production and innovation for …
